Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School
92%
Capacity
220
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School
Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Brentwood community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Russell Davies, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7802nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 18 in Brentwood.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brentwood, Doddinghurst Church of England Junior School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Brentwood, Brentwood, CM15 0NJ |
| Headteacher | Russell Davies |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 240 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7802nd of 13,686
Nationally
844th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 18
In Brentwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Brentwood
Brentwood, CM15 0NJ
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